I never liked dating, but throwing in the whole gluten-free explanation into it made things so much harder and more confusing. A new site launched today to help you out with that. If you’re single, check it out and let me know what you think of it.

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New Online Dating Site Launches for Gluten-Free Singles!

GlutenFreeSingles.com Connects Celiac and Gluten-Intolerant Individuals Seeking a Partner with Similar Health Goals and Lifestyle

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – July 24, 2013 – GlutenFreeSingles.com today launched as a new online dating resource exclusively for the gluten-free (GF) community. This is the first network of its kind wherethose who are single who have either celiac disease or a gluten sensitivity can easily connect with others who share the same health goals and understand the challenges and rewards of living a gluten-free lifestyle.

Founded by two friends (one with celiac disease, the other with a gluten sensitivity) with a passion for fitness, nutrition and an overall healthy lifestyle, GlutenFreeSingles.com is designed to bring people with common lifestyles together, while helping to eliminatesome of the awkward situations that can sometimes be associated with dating on a gluten-free diet.

“Being diagnosed with celiac disease myself, I know that there can be a host of embarrassing situations that arise when dealing with special dietary needs on a date – especially when you are meeting someone new and going out to restaurants often. GlutenFreeSingles.com is a unique place where you can socialize and find gluten-free dating partners – or friends who share the same health goals,” said Marcella Romaya, co-founder GlutenFreeSingles.com. “We know that relationships last longer when partners have similar lifestyle needs and common interests, so we built this site to help the entire gluten-free community connect and develop happy fulfilled, long-term connections…and of course, love!”

The gluten-free lifestyle is not a trend that is slowing down any time soon. In fact, according to a recent study by NPD Group, three million Americans have celiac disease, which is four times more common than it was 50 years ago. Further, 30 percent of the adult population in the United States is now gluten-free – whether they are in fact diagnosed with celiac disease, or have a gluten intolerance or wheat allergy.

“There is a time and a place to educate food-servers, restaurateurs and dining partners about the danger of cross-contamination and villi damage from gluten…a first date, is not that place or time,” said Hillary Kane, communications director of the Celiac Disease Foundation. “It is a gift to be able to focus on whether or not someone is compatible with you for reasons other than their willingness to embrace your gluten-free lifestyle.”

GlutenFreeSingles.com Supports:
– Singles seeking GF partners
– People who are looking to be GF to improve their health and diet
– People seeking others with specific dietary, allergies, and medical needsrelated to gluten
– Individuals looking for support and information on living a GF lifestyle

Individuals who are interested, can sign up for a free membership and get one step closer to building meaningful relationships with other gluten-free singles in their area for networking, friendship and especially romance!

In addition to connecting its members online and a host of gluten-free resources/education, GlutenFreeSingles.com also offers group meet ups and healthy cooking events (check website for dates/locations).

We are excited to celebrate the arrival of a brand new resource for the gluten-free community. This is the first online network of its kind where those who are single AND have celiac disease (or a gluten sensitivity) can easily connect with others whoshare the same health goals and understand the challenges and rewards of living a gluten-free lifestyle. Sign up today for a free membership and get one step closer to building meaningful relationships with other gluten-free singles in your area for networking, friendship and especially romance! Join today at www.GlutenFreeSingles.com or visit us on Facebook or Twitter.

About Celiac Disease Foundation:

Since 1990, Celiac Disease Foundation has been educating physicians and the public about diagnosing, living and thriving with celiac disease and non-celiac gluten-sensitivity. If you think you, your child or someone you know may have celiac disease, please contact us at cdf@celiac.org or visit www.celiac.org.